VODA Representing the Sector
Welcome to our new regular series of vlogs, where we share the latest from VODA and how we’re supporting the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector in North Tyneside. In each episode, our CEO, Vicky Smith and other members of the VODA team will bring you insights, highlight important projects and keep you up to date on the work we’re doing in partnership with local organisations and communities. If you would like to discuss any of the topics raised in these blogs, please email Vicky.Smith@voda.org.uk.
May 2026: In our May CEO Vlog, VODA’s Chief Executive provides an update on recent organisational changes to ensure the charity is well-positioned to meet the challenges facing the VCSE sector. The vlog explains why changes were needed, reflects on the impact on colleagues, and introduces VODA’s new, flatter and more agile structure, launched at the start of the new financial year. It also outlines how a refreshed team‑based approach will help VODA remain responsive, resilient and able to continue supporting members, funders and partners across North Tyneside. If you have any questions or would like to find out more, please get in touch by emailing admin@voda.org.uk
January 2026: Welcome to the January 2026 edition of VODA’s CEO Vlog. In this update, Vicky Smith shares a New Year’s welcome and highlights what’s coming up at VODA over the next couple of months. This includes the launch of our new membership handbook, which will be emailed to members shortly, and an overview of upcoming events for the VCSE sector.
November 2025: In the latest edition of our CEO Vlog, Vicky shares an update on our AGM and Awards and launches our Annual Report for 2024-2025.
Read more about our AGM & Awards Celebration 2025 here and view our Annual Report here.
October 2025. In the third edition of our CEO Vlog, Vicky highlights some of the fantastic events coming up at VODA over the next couple of months.
September 2025. In the second edition of our CEO Vlog, we reflect on our recent experience representing the sector at the Community Wealth Building Summer 2025 event in Manchester, hosted by CLES (Centre for Local Economic Strategies). Our CEO, Vicky Smith, shares insights from the day, including key discussions around policy change, the challenges facing VCS organisations in North Tyneside, and the importance of recognising the third sector as a powerhouse of expertise.
July 2025: In this edition, Vicky introduces the new VODA Values, which were developed by the VODA Trustees and Staff. Find out more about the values here.